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“The BOB-App generates more recalls because it changes the nature of the appointment”

Although most oral diseases originate interdentally, the majority of patients stick to cleaning the tooth surfaces only. Jagoda Weihönig, a dental ...

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Five steps to practicing pain-free dentistry

PORTLAND, Ore., U.S.: Research shows that 75% of dental professionals complain of musculoskeletal pain, and now the COVID-19 pandemic is adding to the ...

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Plaque control measures and thrust for preventive dentistry—dentists’ attitude

Periodontitis is pandemic in nature and distributed all over the world. The disease’s prevalence and burden on oral health in India is no different, and ...

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Antibody testing for SARS-CoV-2: “We need to talk more about it”

LONDON, UK: Despite dental settings presenting a significantly elevated risk of infection for those in and beside the chair, testing patients for the ...

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Chinese pickles could help prevent dental caries

CHENGDU, China: An increasing number of probiotic solutions are being found to be effective in the treatment of dental caries. In a recent study, ...

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The need for preventive care in dental practices

Though our understanding of preventive oral care has increased dramatically in recent decades, there are still large sections of the population who are ...

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The role of interdental cleaning for oral health, general health and quality of life

Recent research shows that oral health is an essential prerequisite for people’s well-being and quality of life. In order to reach the global goals for ...

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Periodontist Dr Chris Barker talks successful periodontitis treatment

Dr Chris Barker is an experienced periodontist who provides the full scope of specialist periodontics. On Thursday, 9 April, he will be presenting a webinar...

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“ITOP is not about brushing teeth; it is about achieving overall health”

FRANKFURT, Germany: If you have ever wondered how to instruct patients in perfect brushing habits and motivate them to actively implement them, look no ...

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Interview: “We need to stress the importance of prevention”

Dr Magda Mensi is a researcher at the University of Brescia in Italy with a special interest in non-surgical therapy of periodontal diseases. In preparation...

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E-learning non-stop: First international 24-hour webinar in preventive dentistry is approaching

NYON, Switzerland: Dental professionals should mark 23 and 24 November in their calendars in order not to miss a notable event in dental education: the ...

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Interview: “Mouth cancer is a growing problem”

With oral cancer rates continuing to increase worldwide, it has become clear that more needs to be done to raise awareness and combat this issue. Dental ...

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Interview: “For most people, toothbrushing is an unconscious action. iTOP changes this.”

Although toothbrushing is the most decisive factor in preventing oral disease, only a few patients and dental professionals know how to brush perfectly. ...

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Interview: Athletes are very receptive to improving their oral health for better performance

Studies have consistently reported poor oral health in elite athletes, the detrimental effects of which not only impact their general health, but also their...

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Oral health means more than just good teeth

Although recent decades have seen incredible progress in the prevention of caries in the general population, good oral health for all is still not a reality...

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Interview: bth4 aims to eliminate bruxism at its root

An engineer with more than 15 years’ experience in the private sector, René Garcia founded bth4 in 2013. Based in the American town of Tucson, Arizona, ...

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Inside Curaden’s Prevention One testing grounds

Just like every inventor needs a laboratory, Curaden needs the Holford Partners Curaden Dental Clinic. Located in the heart of London, the clinic serves as ...

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Interview: "Every high-intensity sport usually involves high sugar consumption"

Sports dentistry is usually considered only to deal with sports injuries and accidents. Naturally, a dental trauma that includes fractures of teeth and ...

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Health secretary’s plan for prevention met with little enthusiasm

LONDON, UK: The British Dental Association (BDA) has questioned the priorities of Matt Hancock, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care in the ...

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Webinar to detail new mobile app aimed at aiding prevention

NEW YORK, U.S.: The digital advancements of the world are revolutionizing many different fields. Dentistry is most certainly included in the revolution and ...

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Interview: “Clear, step-by-step instructions are essential for long-term success”

Dental professionals should be empowered to instruct and motivate their patients to maintain proper oral hygiene. ITOP, short for individually trained oral ...

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Interview: “People are genuinely surprised at the illusions they had about toothbrushing”

With an estimated 50 per cent of the European population suffering from some form of periodontal disease, and a big majority suffering or having suffered ...

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Curaden to present interdental brush efficacy and compliance study at ADEE 2018 meeting

OSLO, Norway: The Norwegian capital is the setting for the annual meeting of the Association for Dental Education in Europe (ADEE) this year, which is ...

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Swiss Dental Online Academy launches state-of-the-art prophylaxis e-learning platform

Specifically focusing on prophylaxis and the preservation of natural teeth, the Swiss Dental Online Academy has launched a new online learning platform ...

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Toothbrush startup quip acquires dental plan startup

NEW YORK, U.S.: New York-based startup quip is a toothbrush-focused company that aims to prove good design can have a greater impact on oral health than ...

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European Gum Health Day 2018 successfully puts a spotlight on gum health importance

LEIPZIG, Germany: Under the slogan “Health begins with healthy gums” the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP), joined by 29 affiliated European ...

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New study may help in better prevention of early childhood caries

ALEXANDRIA, Va., U.S.: Protecting children against the early onset of dental caries is something all dentists should consider a priority. According to the ...

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NYU College of Dentistry awarded $3.6 million for cavity prevention research

NEW YORK, U.S.: The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has awarded a research ...

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Dental Health Week still raising awareness of oral health

SYDNEY, Australia: In a follow-up to its Dental Health Week 2017 campaign, held from 7 to 13 August, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) is reminding ...

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Early preventive dental care may not reduce caries risk

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., USA: There is a recommendation for children to have a dental visit by 6 months of age, but there is insufficient evidence of improved ...

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